Smoke & heat alarms in Exeter
Prices Illustrative
Range £90–£360 · Devon avg £180
Smoke & heat alarms in Exeter typically costs £185, with most jobs between £90 and £360, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
PD Electrical
Smoke & heat alarms across Exeter and EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4. Fixed price after a free survey.
Recent smoke & heat alarms jobs near Exeter
Smoke & heat alarms for a terraced house, tested and certified same visit.
Oct 2026
Smoke & heat alarms in a 1970s bungalow, including minor remedial work.
Aug 2026
Smoke & heat alarms for a rented flat, landlord met on site.
Jun 2026
Smoke & heat alarms in Exeter: key facts
- Typical price £185
- Range £90–£360
- 2–3 hrs on site
- Next slot: 2 days
- 48 local electricians
- Prices Illustrative
Where work has recently been completed around Exeter
Prices Illustrative- Smoke & heat alarms
- Other jobs
- Emergencies
| Area | Postcode | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heavitree | EX1 2 | 1.7 mi |
| St Thomas | EX4 4 | 0.5 mi |
| Pinhoe | EX4 6 | 2.9 mi |
| Alphington | EX2 7 | 1.3 mi |
| Pennsylvania | EX4 9 | 1.4 mi |
| Whipton | EX4 2 | 2.2 mi |
What Exeter customers typically pay
Download CSVMethod: illustrative 2026 prices for smoke & heat alarms within 10 miles of Exeter, grouped in £50 bands. Prices include VAT, testing and certificate.
How Exeter compares
| Area | Typical | Range | Next slot |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter | £185 | £90–£360 | 2 days |
| Topsham | £200 | £100–£385 | 2 days |
| Cranbrook | £180 | £90–£350 | 3 days |
| Devon average | £180 | £90–£350 | 4 days |
| UK average | £205 | £100–£420 | 6 days |
What happens on the day
- 08:00Arrive
Quick survey and confirm the fixed price.
- 08:15Isolate
Power off at the main switch; fridge and alarms noted.
- 08:30Work
Smoke & heat alarms carried out.
- 10:00Test
Insulation, earth and RCD tests to BS 7671.
- 10:30Power on
Circuits re-energised and labelled.
- 10:45Paperwork
Certificate emailed the same day.
Exeter local facts
checked 29 October 2026| Council | Exeter City Council handles building control for Exeter. | GOV.UK |
|---|---|---|
| Network operator | National Grid (South West) runs the local network. Power cuts: call 105. | National Grid |
| Housing | Mixed: Victorian terraces, post-war estates, new builds. | ONS Census 2021 |
| Coastal | Inland: standard outdoor fittings are usually fine. | Met Office |
| Regulations | Fuse box, rewire and new circuits are notifiable under Part P. | GOV.UK |
What Exeter customers say
19 reviews“Turned up when they said, smoke & heat alarms done and tested in 2–3 hours. Price matched the quote.”
— Customer, Victoria Road, Exeter · Sep 2026
How much does smoke & heat alarms cost in Exeter?
Smoke & heat alarms in Exeter typically costs £185, with most jobs between £90 and £360, based on illustrative local prices. Expect 2–3 hrs on site; the next local slot is in 2 days. Prices include testing and certificate.
How long does smoke & heat alarms take in Exeter?
Usually 2–3 hrs on site. Your power is off for most of that time, so plan around fridges and alarms.
How soon can an electrician come out in Exeter?
The next available slot near EX1, EX2, EX3, EX4 is in 2 days. 48 electricians cover Exeter.
Do landlords in Exeter need mains smoke alarms?
Landlords in England must have a working smoke alarm on every storey and a carbon monoxide alarm in any room with a fixed combustion appliance (except gas cookers). They don't legally have to be mains-wired, but mains alarms with battery backup are what most electricians recommend, and they're required in some HMOs.
How much to fit interlinked smoke alarms?
A typical Exeter home with smoke alarms on each floor and a heat alarm in the kitchen costs about £185. Wireless interlinked alarms are quicker to fit, so cheaper; hard-wired ones need cable runs and come in nearer £360.
Why does my smoke alarm chirp?
Usually a low backup battery or the alarm's end of life. Most alarms last 10 years, and the date is printed on the back. If it's older than that, replace it rather than just changing the battery.
What sort of homes do electricians work on in Exeter?
Around Exeter it's mostly Victorian and Edwardian terraces, post-war estates and student lets. That affects smoke & heat alarms prices: newer homes sit near £90, older or awkward ones nearer £360. The typical job here is £185 on our illustrative local prices.
Will I get a certificate when the job's done?
You should. New circuits and fuse boards get an Electrical Installation Certificate; smaller jobs get a Minor Works Certificate. Keep them with your house papers, as buyers' solicitors and insurers often ask to see them.
What electrical rules apply to HMOs and student lets in Exeter?
HMOs need an EICR at least every five years, sent to the council on request, plus interlinked mains smoke alarms in most cases. In Exeter, an Article 4 direction means turning a house into a small HMO needs planning permission in much of the city. A typical smoke & heat alarms here is £185; HMOs sit at the top of the range.
Should I get more than one quote?
Two or three is sensible. Compare what's included, not just the total: testing, certificates, making good, and how they price any extra faults found. The cheapest quote often leaves things out that turn up on the final bill.
How do I check an electrician is properly registered?
Look them up on the NICEIC, NAPIT or ELECSA register using their name or postcode, not just the logo on a van. Ask for their registration number and a copy of their insurance. A good electrician will happily send both before you book.
Is smoke & heat alarms cheaper in Exeter or Topsham?
Right now Exeter's typical price is £185, against £200 in Topsham and a Devon average of £180. Most firms cover both, so get quotes from either side. Travel adds a little for outlying villages, but rarely more than £20 to £30.
Will an electrician come out to Heavitree and St Thomas from Exeter?
Yes. Heavitree, St Thomas, Pinhoe, Alphington, Pennsylvania, Whipton all sit inside the usual Exeter patch, so most firms quote the same £185 typical price with no extra travel. Right out on the edges, a few add £20 to £30, so ask when you book.
Who do I call in a power cut in Exeter?
National Grid (South West) runs the network here. If the whole street is dark, call 105, it's free and they'll give you a time. If it's only your house, check your trip switches first, then call an electrician.
- Emergency electricianfrom £90
- EICR / landlord certificatefrom £155
- Fuse box replacementfrom £460
- Full rewirefrom £3,885
- Illustrative prices refreshed for 2026.
- Added job map and price chart.
- Page first published.